May / June 2013
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JUNE 1
MAY 4
REDHEAD EXPRESS
The Maryland Theatre, downtown Hagerstown, 7:30 p. m.
These Alaskan musicians feature tight harmonies and hard-driving instruments across a variety of musical genres, from country and bluegrass to Irish and gospel. The four-sister act has been touring the country for the last five years with their family band. Don’ t miss this amazing show featuring guitar, upright bass, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and electric bass. Sponsored by the Hagerstown Community Concert Association. Visit www. hagerstownliveonstage. com or call 301-790-3500.
Don’ t miss Redhead Express performing in downtown Hagerstown on May 4— shortly before they head to the studio in June to record their first album. photo: Joe Byers
FISHING RODEO & YOUTH STREET FAIR
Williamsport, fishing 9 a. m.– noon, fair 10 a. m.– 2 p. m.
The National Park Service sponsors this day of fishing, food and fun as you drop a line with friends and family in the C & O Canal’ s Cushwa Basin. Kids 15 and younger will love this fishing derby, with prizes awarded in three age groups. Then, stroll down East Salisbury Street for games, music and food and more during the Youth Street Fair, hosted by Rehoboth United Methodist Church. Visit www. williamsportmd. gov.
Leisurely family fun and a charming afternoon downtown combine in Williamsport during the C & O Canal’ s Fishing Rodeo and Rehoboth UMC’ s Youth Street Fair on June 1. photo: Michael Maginnis
JUNE 14
BIKE TOUR
A & E District, downtown Hagerstown, 5:30 p. m.
Don’ t miss the action as bike racers zip through downtown Hagerstown along a 0.8-mile course for the Tour of Washington County Classic Criterium Challenge, sponsored by Antietam Velo Club. Watch from the outdoor patios of Downtown restaurants and enjoy specials and the energetic atmosphere. Bike parade starts at 5:30 p. m.; racing begins at 6:30 p. m. Visit www. avcracing. com.
The Mid-Atlantic region’ s only Twilight Criterium happens here, in the center of Hagerstown’ s Arts and Entertainment District, on June 14. Snag your spot early for great views of this exciting bike race.
20 May / June 2013 Hagerstown: The Best of Life in Washington County & Beyond